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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA User’s Manual...
  • Page 2: Trademark Information

    • The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association. • PictBridge is a trademark. • All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
  • Page 3 Introduction First Steps Basic Photography and Playback : Auto Mode Shooting Suited for the Scenes Shooting Continuously at High Speed (Sport Continuous) High Sensitivity Shooting Mode Automatic Shooting of Smiling Faces More on Playback Movies Voice Recordings Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus Technical Notes...
  • Page 4: For Your Safety

    For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
  • Page 5 Should the insulation be damaged and the wires become exposed, take it to a Nikon- authorized service representative for inspection. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire or electric shock.
  • Page 6 For Your Safety Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product regulations. Handle moving parts with care Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens cover or other moving parts.
  • Page 7: Notices

    Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Interface Cables Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.
  • Page 8 Notices Notice for customers in Canada CAUTION This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. ATTENTION Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Notice for customers in Europe This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately.
  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents For Your Safety ... ii WARNINGS ... ii Notices ... v Introduction ...1 About This Manual ... 1 Information and Precautions ... 2 Parts of the Camera ... 4 The Camera Body...4 The Monitor...6 Basic Operations... 8 The A (shooting mode) Button...8 The c (playback) Button ...9 The Rotary Multi Selector ...10...
  • Page 10 Table of Contents C Shooting Suited for the Scenes... 35 Shooting in Scene Mode ...35 Setting the Scene Mode...35 Features...36 Shooting in the Scene Mode Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector)...42 Taking Pictures in Food Mode ...44 Taking Pictures for a Panorama ...46 d Shooting Continuously at High Speed (Sport Continuous) ...
  • Page 11 Preparing a Favorite Folder...71 Classifying Pictures for the Favorite Folder ...72 Viewing the Pictures in the Favorite Folder (Favorites Playback Mode) ...73 Removing Favorites...73 Using Favorite Pictures Playback Mode ...74 Favorite Pictures Playback Menu...75 D Movies ... 77 Recording Movies ...77 The Movie Menu...78 D Selecting Movie Options ...78 I Autofocus Mode ...79...
  • Page 12 Table of Contents G AF-Area Mode... 110 I Autofocus Mode ... 113 Functions that Cannot be Applied Simultaneously... 114 Playback Options: The Playback Menu ... 115 Displaying the Playback Menu... 115 b Slide Show... 117 c Delete... 118 d Protect ... 118 f Rotate Image...
  • Page 13: Introduction

    Introduction About This Manual Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S630 digital camera. This manual was written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera. Read this manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where all those who use the product will read it.
  • Page 14: Information And Precautions

    Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
  • Page 15 Information and Precautions Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction Note that simply being in possession of material that was digitally copied or reproduced by means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law. • Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, securities, government bonds or local government bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample”.
  • Page 16: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera The Camera Body Lens cover closed Zoom control...25 : Wide ...25 : Tele...25 : Thumbnail playback... 54, 55 : Playback zoom...56 : Help ...13 Shutter-release button... 13, 26 Power switch...17 Power-on lamp ... 17, 134 3 4 5 Built-in flash...30 Self-timer lamp...32 AF-assist illuminator...133...
  • Page 17 Monitor ...6, 23 Rotary multi selector ...10 A (shooting mode) button ...8 Indicator lamp ...81 Flash lamp...31 Speaker ... 62, 80, 83 Tripod socket d button...12, 99, 115, 122 l (delete) button... 28, 29, 63, 80, 84 Battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover ... 16, 20 Power connector cover...142 k (apply selection) button ...10 c (playback) button...9, 28...
  • Page 18: The Monitor

    Parts of the Camera The Monitor The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback (actual display varies with current camera settings). The indicators and photo info displayed during shooting and playback will turn off after a few seconds (A128). Shooting Shooting mode*...
  • Page 19 Playback Date of recording...18 Time of recording ...18 Protect icon ...118 Volume indicator...63, 80, 83 ...67 Auto sort folder icon Favorite folder icon ...73 Battery level indicator ...22 Image mode ...100 Movie option ...80 (a) Current frame number/ total number of frames ...28 (b) Movie length...80 1 The icons for auto sorting playback folder or the favorite folder selected in playback will appear.
  • Page 20: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations The A (shooting mode) Button Shooting-mode Selection Menu The rotary multi selector can be used in the shooting-mode selection menu to change the shooting mode. To exit the shooting-mode selection menu, choose a shooting mode and press the k button or press the A button again. Auto mode •...
  • Page 21: The C (Playback) Button

    The c (playback) Button Playback-mode Selection Menu The rotary multi selector can be used in the playback-mode selection menu to change the playback mode. To exit the playback-mode selection menu, choose a playback mode and press the k button or press the c button again. Play •...
  • Page 22: The Rotary Multi Selector

    Basic Operations The Rotary Multi Selector This section describes standard uses of the rotary multi selector to select modes, select menu options, and to apply selection. For Shooting Display m (flash mode) (A30) menu Display n (self-timer) (A32) menu Display p (macro mode) (A33) menu * Options can also be chosen by pressing the rotary multi selector up or down.
  • Page 23 For the Menu Screen Choose the option above* Choose the option on the left*/ Return display to the previous screen Choose the option below* * Options can also be chosen by rotating the rotary multi selector. Note on the Rotary Multi Selector In this manual, up, down, left, and right presses of the rotary multi selector may be indicated with H, I, J and K.
  • Page 24: The D Button

    Basic Operations The d Button Press the d button to display the menu for the chosen mode. • Use the rotary multi selector to navigate the menus (A11). • Choose the z tab on the left to display the setup menu. •...
  • Page 25: Help Displays

    Help Displays Rotate the zoom control to g (j) when M/L is displayed at the bottom of the menu screen to view a description of the currently selected menu option. To return to the original menu, rotate the zoom control to g (j) again. Pressing the Shutter-Release Button Halfway/All the Way Down The camera features a two-stage shutter-release button.
  • Page 26: First Steps

    First Steps Charging the Battery Charge the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (supplied) using the Battery Charger MH-65 (supplied). Connect the power cable in the order of 1-2. Insert the battery into the battery charger by sliding the battery forward 1, and press down until it locks into place 2.
  • Page 27 To power the camera continuously for extended periods, use the AC Adapter EH-62F (available separately from Nikon) (A142). Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.
  • Page 28: Inserting The Battery

    Inserting the Battery Insert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (supplied) into the camera. • Charge the battery before first use or when the battery is running low (A14). Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Insert the battery. • Confirm that the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals are oriented correctly, as shown on the label at the entrance of the battery chamber, and insert the battery.
  • Page 29: Removing The Battery

    Removing the Battery Turn the camera off and confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off before opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. To eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/ memory card slot cover and slide the orange battery latch in the direction shown 1.
  • Page 30: Setting Display Language, Date And Time

    Setting Display Language, Date and Time A language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on. Press the power switch to turn on the camera. • The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and the monitor will turn on. Use the rotary multi selector to choose the desired language and press the k button.
  • Page 31 Edit the date. • Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H or I to edit the highlighted item. • Press K to move the highlight in the following order. D (day) ➝ M (month) ➝ Y (year) ➝ hour ➝ minute ➝ DMY (the order in which the day, month, and year are displayed) •...
  • Page 32: Inserting Memory Cards

    Inserting Memory Cards Image, sound, and movie files are stored in the camera’s internal memory (approx. 44 MB) or on removable memory cards (available separately) (A142). If a memory card is inserted in the camera, data are automatically stored on the memory card and data recorded to the memory card can be played back, deleted, or transferred.
  • Page 33: Formatting A Memory Card

    Formatting a Memory Card If the message at the right is displayed when the camera is turned on, the memory card must be formatted before use. Note that formatting (A135) permanently deletes all data on the memory card. Be sure to make copies of any pictures you wish to keep before formatting the memory card.
  • Page 34: A Basic Photography And Playback : Auto Mode

    Basic Photography and Playback : Auto Mode Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode This section describes how to take pictures in A (auto) mode, an automatic, “point- and-shoot” mode recommended for first-time users of digital cameras. Press the power switch to turn on the camera.
  • Page 35: Indicators Displayed In A (Auto) Mode

    Indicators Displayed in A (Auto) Mode Shooting mode A displayed in A (auto) mode. Internal memory indicator Pictures will be recorded to internal memory. When a memory card is inserted, C is not displayed and pictures will be recorded to the memory card.
  • Page 36: Step 2 Frame A Picture

    Step 2 Frame a Picture Ready the camera. • Hold the camera steadily in both hands. • Keep your fingers, hair, strap and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF-assist illuminator, microphone and speaker. • When taking pictures in “tall” orientation, turn the camera so that the built-in flash is above the lens.
  • Page 37: Using The Zoom

    Using the Zoom Rotate the zoom control to activate optical zoom. Rotate in the direction of g to zoom in on the subject. Or rotate in the direction of f to have a wider view. A zoom indicator is displayed at the top of the monitor when the zoom control is rotated.
  • Page 38: Step 3 Focus And Shoot

    Step 3 Focus and Shoot Press the shutter-release button halfway. • When people's faces (front view) are recognized: Camera will focus on the face surrounded by a double border. Once focus has been locked the double border will glow green. •...
  • Page 39: During Recording

    During Recording While pictures are being recorded, the number of exposures remaining display will blink. Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover while pictures are being recorded. Cutting power or removing the memory card in these circumstances could result in loss of data or in damage to the camera or card.
  • Page 40: Step 4 Viewing And Deleting Pictures

    Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures Viewing Pictures (Playback Mode) Press the c button. • The last picture shot will be displayed in full-frame playback mode. • Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H, I, J or K, to view additional pictures (A10). •...
  • Page 41: Deleting Multiple Pictures

    Options Available in Playback Mode The following options are available in full-frame playback mode. Option Playback zoom Thumbnail display/ Calendar display Add favorite pictures Change playback mode Switch to shooting mode Pressing the c Button to Turn on the Camera When the camera is off, holding down the c button will turn the camera on in playback mode.
  • Page 42: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash The flash has a range of about 0.6 to 5.5 m (2 to 18 ft.) when the camera is zoomed out all the way. With maximum optical zoom applied, the range is about 0.6 to 3.5 m (2 to 11 ft.) (when ISO sensitivity is set to Auto).
  • Page 43 Shooting When Lighting is Poor and When the Flash is Disabled (W) • Use of a tripod is recommended to stabilize the camera during shooting and avoid the effects of camera shake. Set Vibration reduction (A131) to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.
  • Page 44: Taking Pictures With The Self-Timer

    Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer The camera is equipped with a ten-second and two-second timer for self-portraits. When using the self-timer, use of a tripod is recommended. Turn Vibration reduction (A131) to Off when using a tripod. Press n (self-timer). •...
  • Page 45: Macro Mode

    Macro Mode Macro mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 2 cm (0.8 in.). Note that the flash may be unable to light entire subject at distances of less than 60 cm (2ft.). Press p (macro mode). •...
  • Page 46: Exposure Compensation

    Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation is used to alter the exposure from the value suggested by the camera to make pictures brighter or darker. Press o (exposure compensation). • The exposure compensation guide is displayed. Use the rotary multi selector to adjust the exposure and press the k button.
  • Page 47: C Shooting Suited For The Scenes

    Shooting Suited for the Scenes Shooting in Scene Mode Camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected subject type. The following scene modes are available. x Scene auto selector b Portrait f Party/indoor g Beach/snow j Night landscape k Close-up m Fireworks show n Copy E Voice recording*...
  • Page 48: Features

    Shooting in Scene Mode Features x Scene auto selector By simply framing a picture, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode. See “Shooting in the Scene Mode Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector)” (A42) for more information. 1 The camera automatically chooses the optimum flash mode setting for the scene mode it has selected.
  • Page 49 e Night portrait Use this mode to achieve a natural balance between the main subject and background lighting in portraits taken at night. • The camera detects and focuses on a face looking toward the camera (see “Shooting with Face Priority” (A112) for more information).
  • Page 50 Shooting in Scene Mode h Sunset Preserves the deep hues seen in sunsets and sunrises. • The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. * Other settings can be selected. i Dusk/dawn Preserves the colors seen in the weak natural light before sunrise or after sunset.
  • Page 51 k Close-up Photograph flowers, insects and other small objects at close range. • Macro mode (A33) will be turned on and the camera automatically zooms to the position at the closest distance at which the camera can focus. The closest distance at which the camera can focus varies depending on the zoom position.
  • Page 52 Shooting in Scene Mode l Museum Use indoors where flash photography is prohibited (for example, in museums and art galleries) or in other settings in which you do not want to use the flash. • Camera focuses on subject in center of frame. •...
  • Page 53 o Backlight Use when light is coming from behind your subject, throwing features or details in shadow. The flash fires automatically to “fill in” (illuminate) shadows. • The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. • Motion detection (A132) is disabled. * Other settings can be selected.
  • Page 54: Shooting In The Scene Mode Selected By The Camera (Scene Auto Selector)

    Shooting in Scene Mode Shooting in the Scene Mode Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector) By simply framing a picture, the camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode for simpler shooting. When the camera is aimed at a subject in x scene auto selector mode, the camera automatically selects one of the following scene modes.
  • Page 55 Note on Scene Auto Selector Mode Depending upon shooting conditions, the camera may not select the desired scene mode. Should this occur, switch to auto mode (A22) or choose the desired scene mode manually (A35). Flash Mode in Scene Auto Selector Mode U (auto) (default setting) and W (off ) flash mode settings (A30) can be applied.
  • Page 56: Taking Pictures In Food Mode

    Shooting in Scene Mode Taking Pictures in Food Mode Use this mode to take pictures of food. Display the shooting-mode selection menu by pressing the A button in shooting mode, and use the rotary multi selector to choose u Food (A35). •...
  • Page 57: Take The Picture

    Press the shutter-release button to take the picture. • Focus is locked when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway, and a picture is taken when the shutter-release button is pressed the rest of the way down. • When the camera is unable to focus, the focus area blinks red.
  • Page 58: Taking Pictures For A Panorama

    Shooting in Scene Mode Taking Pictures for a Panorama The camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Use a tripod for best results. Set Vibration reduction (A131) to Off when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.
  • Page 59: More Information

    Shoot the second picture. • Compose the next picture so that it overlaps the first picture. • Repeat until you have taken the necessary number of pictures to complete the image. Press the k button when shooting is completed. • The camera returns to step 2. Panorama Assist •...
  • Page 60: Shooting Continuously At High Speed (Sport Continuous)

    Shooting Continuously at High Speed (Sport Continuous) Shooting in Sport Continuous Mode Sport continuous mode allows rapid, continuous shooting while you press and hold the shutter-release button fully. With continuous shooting, instantaneous movements in moving subjects can be captured clearly. •...
  • Page 61: Sport Continuous Menu

    Sport Continuous Menu In the sport continuous menu, you can select the continuous shooting type and the image mode setting. Press the d button in sport continuous mode to display the sport continuous menu, and use the rotary multi selector to change the settings. Sport continuous Choose the sport continuous type.
  • Page 62: B High Sensitivity Shooting Mode

    High Sensitivity Shooting Mode Shooting in High Sensitivity Mode In high sensitivity mode, ISO sensitivity is increased when shooting with the camera zoomed in or under low lighting, to reduce blurring caused by camera shake or subject movement. This allows you to capture the atmosphere of the scene without using the flash, or enable the flash to reach distances further than other shooting modes (A30).
  • Page 63 Notes on High Sensitivity Mode • This mode reduces effects of camera shake even for shooting under low lighting; however, when shooting without the flash, use of a tripod is recommended. Turn Vibration reduction (A131) Off when using a tripod. •...
  • Page 64: Automatic Shooting Of Smiling Faces

    Automatic Shooting of Smiling Faces Shooting in Smile Mode The camera detects a smiling face using face priority and releases the shutter automatically. Display the shooting-mode selection menu by pressing the A button in shooting mode, use the rotary multi selector to choose the third icon from the top, and then press the k button.
  • Page 65: Notes On Blink Proof

    Notes on Blink Proof The blink proof function can be used in smile mode. The camera takes two pictures and chooses an image in which the subjects’ eyes are open. • The message on the right will be displayed for a few seconds when the camera detects someone blinking in the picture taken.
  • Page 66: More On Playback

    More on Playback Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback Rotate the zoom control to f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A28) to display pictures as thumbnail images in thumbnail playback mode. The following operations can be performed in thumbnail playback. Choose pictures Increase the number of thumbnails displayed/ Calendar display...
  • Page 67: Calendar Display

    Icons on the Thumbnails When print set (A97) and protected pictures (A118) are selected in thumbnail playback mode, the icons shown at the right are displayed with them. Movies are displayed as film frames. Thumbnail Display in Auto Sort and Favorite Pictures Playback •...
  • Page 68: Taking A Closer Look: Playback Zoom

    Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom Rotating the zoom control to g (i) during full-frame playback mode (A28) zooms in on the current picture, enlarging and displaying the center of the picture on the monitor. • The guide at lower right shows which portion of the picture is enlarged.
  • Page 69: Editing Pictures

    Editing Pictures Use this camera to edit pictures in-camera and store them as separate files (A143). Editing function Quick retouch (A58) D-Lighting (A59) Crop (A60) Small picture (A61) Notes on Picture Editing • Pictures taken at an Image mode (A100) setting of 16:9 cannot be edited. •...
  • Page 70: Using Quick Retouch

    Editing Pictures Using Quick Retouch Easily create retouched images in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced. Retouched copies are stored as separate files. Choose the desired picture from full-frame (A28) or thumbnail (A54) playback mode and press the d button. •...
  • Page 71: Enhancing Brightness And Contrast: D-Lighting

    Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting D-Lighting can be used to create copies with enhanced brightness and contrast, brightening dark portions of a picture. Enhanced copies are stored as separate files. Choose the desired picture from full-frame (A28) or thumbnail (A54) playback mode and press the d button.
  • Page 72: Creating A Cropped Copy: Crop

    Editing Pictures Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop Create a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is displayed with playback zoom (A56) enabled. Cropped copies are stored as separate files. Enlarge the desired picture during full-frame display (A28) by rotating the zoom control to the g (i) direction.
  • Page 73: Resizing Pictures: Small Picture

    Resizing Pictures: Small Picture Create a small copy of the current picture. Small copies are stored as JPEG files with a compression ratio of 1:16. The following sizes are available. Option l 640×480 Suitable for television playback. m 320×240 Suitable for displaying on web pages. n 160×120 Suitable for e-mail attachments.
  • Page 74: Voice Memos: Recording And Playback

    Voice Memos: Recording and Playback Use the camera’s built-in microphone to record voice memos for pictures. Recording Voice Memos Choose the desired picture from full-frame playback (A28) and press the d button. • The playback menu is displayed. Use the rotary multi selector to choose E Voice memo and press the k button.
  • Page 75: Playing Voice Memos

    Playing Voice Memos Pictures for which voice memos have been recorded are indicated with p in full-frame playback mode. Choose the desired picture from full-frame (A28) and press the d button. • The playback menu is displayed. Use the rotary multi selector to choose E Voice memo and press the k button.
  • Page 76: Viewing Pictures By Date (List By Date Mode)

    Viewing Pictures by Date (List by Date Mode) In the C list by date mode, you can playback only the images taken on the same date. In full-frame playback mode, just as with playback mode, picture display can be enlarged, pictures can be edited, voice memos can be recorded or played back, movies can be played back, and sorting of images into a favorite folder can be done.
  • Page 77: Using List By Date Mode

    Using List by Date Mode The following operations are possible from the list by date screen. Select date Switch to full-frame playback Delete pictures View list by date menu Change playback mode Switch to shooting mode Viewing Pictures by Date (List by Date Mode) Description Rotate the rotary multi selector, or press H or I to select a date.
  • Page 78: List By Date Menu

    Viewing Pictures by Date (List by Date Mode) List by Date Menu Press the d button in list by date mode to display the following menus for only the pictures taken on the specified date. Quick retouch* D-Lighting* Print set Slide show Delete Protect...
  • Page 79: Image Searching (Auto Sort Mode)

    Image Searching (Auto Sort Mode) Pictures and movies will automatically be sorted in any of the following folder names after shooting them. If the F auto sort mode is selected, you can display the pictures and movies by selecting the folder name sorted in shooting. a Smile U Landscape D Movie...
  • Page 80 Image Searching (Auto Sort Mode) Types of Folders and their Content Categories a Smile D Portraits U Landscape V Dusk to dawn D Close-ups u Food D Movie X Retouched copies W Other scenes * The pictures taken using the Scene auto selector (A36) are included. Notes when using the Auto Sort Mode •...
  • Page 81: Auto Sort Mode

    Auto Sort Mode The following operations are possible from the auto sort folder list screen. Select the folder Switch to full-frame playback Deleting pictures Change playback mode Switch to shooting mode Auto Sort Menu Display the menu below by pressing the d button in the full-frame playback of auto sort mode.
  • Page 82: Storing The Pictures In The Specified Favorite Folder

    Storing the Pictures in the Specified Favorite Folder Pictures can be added to the favorite folder sorted by each event such as travel or wedding. Once pictures are added to the favorite folder, only pictures in the selected folder can be played back. One picture can be added to multiple folders. Steps for classifying/playback Preparing a favorite folder (A71) Playing back the pictures...
  • Page 83: Preparing A Favorite Folder

    Preparing a Favorite Folder Changing the display icons for the favorite folders will make it easier to know what pictures are in each folder. The icons can be changed again after adding the pictures to the folders. Display the playback-mode selection menu by pressing the c button in playback mode, use the rotary multi selector to select h, and then press...
  • Page 84: Classifying Pictures For The Favorite Folder

    Storing the Pictures in the Specified Favorite Folder Classifying Pictures for the Favorite Folder Pictures can be added to favorite folders and sorted. Adding the pictures will enable for easier and faster searching. Playback the pictures in the playback mode (A28), the list by date mode (A64) or auto sort mode (A67).
  • Page 85: Viewing The Pictures In The Favorite Folder (Favorites Playback Mode)

    Viewing the Pictures in the Favorite Folder (Favorites Playback Mode) In favorite pictures playback mode the favorite folder with the pictures can be chosen and displayed. In full-frame playback mode, just as with the normal playback mode, picture displays can be enlarged, the thumbnail playback can be done, pictures can be edited, and voice memos can be recorded or played back.
  • Page 86: Using Favorite Pictures Playback Mode

    Storing the Pictures in the Specified Favorite Folder Using Favorite Pictures Playback Mode The following operations are possible from the favorite folder display screen. Select favorite folder Switch to full-frame playback Delete pictures Change the icon for favorite folder Change playback mode Switch to shooting mode...
  • Page 87: Favorite Pictures Playback Menu

    Favorite Pictures Playback Menu Press d in favorite pictures playback mode to display the following menus. Quick retouch D-Lighting Print set A117 Slide show A118 Delete A118 Protect A119 Rotate image Small picture Voice memo Note on Print set When print marking already exists for pictures sorted to folders other than those specified, a confirmation dialog Save print marking for other images? will be displayed.
  • Page 88 Storing the Pictures in the Specified Favorite Folder Playback/Adding to Favorites Adding to favorites does not copy the original picture data and move it. The file name will be added to the favorite folder. Favorite pictures playback uses the file name from that favorite folder and playbacks the picture from there.
  • Page 89: D Movies

    Movies Recording Movies To shoot movies with sound recorded via the built-in microphone, select shooting mode and follow the steps below. Display the shooting-mode selection menu by pressing the A button in shooting mode, use the rotary multi selector to select D, and then press the k button.
  • Page 90: The Movie Menu

    The Movie Menu Movie options, Autofocus mode and Electronic VR settings can be changed in the movie menu. Press the d button in movie mode to display the movie menu and use the rotary multi selector to modify and apply settings. D Selecting Movie Options Set to D (Movie) M d (Movie menu) M D Movie options The movie menu offers the options shown below.
  • Page 91: I Autofocus Mode

    I Autofocus Mode Set to D (Movie) M d (Movie menu) M I Autofocus mode Choose how the camera focuses in movie mode. Option Camera focuses when shutter-release button is pressed halfway and ASingle AF locks at this position during shooting. Focus will be locked at that (default setting) position during shooting.
  • Page 92: Movie Playback

    Movie Playback In full-frame playback mode (A28), movies are recognized by the movie mode icons. To play a movie, display it in full-frame playback mode and press the k button. Use the zoom control g or f during playback to adjust the volume.
  • Page 93: E Voice Recordings

    Voice Recordings Making Voice Recordings Audio voice recordings can be recorded over the built-in microphone and played back over the built-in speaker. Display the shooting-mode selection menu by pressing the A button in shooting mode, and use the rotary multi selector to choose a scene icon.
  • Page 94 Making Voice Recordings Operations During Recording Recording indicator Progress indicator Move the cursor on the operation panel Create index* * The copied files can be played back using QuickTime or any other WAV-compatible audio player. Note that index points created with the camera cannot be used when voice recordings are played back on computers.
  • Page 95: Playing Voice Recordings

    Playing Voice Recordings Display the shooting-mode selection menu by pressing the A button in shooting mode, and use the rotary multi selector to choose a scene icon. • The icon for the scene mode that was chosen previously will be displayed. The default setting is x (Scene auto selector).
  • Page 96: Deleting Sound Files

    Playing Voice Recordings Operations During Playback Playback indicator Progress indicator File number Use the zoom control g/f to adjust playback volume. Rotate the rotary multi selector to advance or rewind the voice recording. Press the rotary multi selector J or K to choose a control, then press the k button to perform the selected operation.
  • Page 97: Copying Voice Recordings

    Copying Voice Recordings Copy voice recordings between the internal memory and a memory card. This option is available only when a memory card is inserted. Press J or K on the rotary multi selector in the voice recording screen (step 3 of A83), choose s and press the k button.
  • Page 98: Connecting To Televisions, Computers And Printers

    Connecting to Televisions, Computers and Printers Connecting to a TV Connect the camera to a television using the supplied audio/video cable to play back pictures on the television. Turn off the camera. Connect the camera to the TV using the supplied audio/video cable. •...
  • Page 99: Connecting To A Computer

    Windows XP Home Edition/Professional (Service Pack 3) Macintosh Mac OS X (version 10.3.9, 10.4.11, 10.5.5) Refer to the Nikon website for the latest information on operating system compatibility. Notes on Power Source • When connecting the camera to a computer or printer, use a fully charged battery to prevent the camera from turning off unexpectedly.
  • Page 100: Transferring Pictures From The Camera To A Computer

    When the action selection dialog is displayed, click Nikon Transfer Copy pictures to a folder on my computer, and click OK. Nikon Transfer will start. To bypass this dialog in the future, check Always use this program for this action..
  • Page 101 Transfer pictures when Nikon Transfer has finished loading. • Click the Start Transfer button in Nikon Transfer. All pictures will be transferred to the computer (at the Nikon Transfer default setting). • The folder to which pictures are transferred to is automatically opened when transfer is complete (at the Nikon Transfer default setting).
  • Page 102 • Nikon Transfer will start automatically when a memory card is inserted into the card reader or similar device. (default setting of Nikon Transfer) See step 5 of “Transferring Pictures from the Camera to a Computer”...
  • Page 103: Connecting To A Printer

    Connecting to a Printer Users of PictBridge-compatible (A160) printers can connect the camera directly to the printer and print pictures without using a computer. The steps for printing are as follows. Print Pictures One at a Time (A93) Turn camera off and disconnect USB cable Notes on Power Source •...
  • Page 104: Connecting The Camera To A Printer

    Connecting to a Printer Connecting the Camera to a Printer Turn off the camera. Turn on the printer. • Check printer settings. Connect the camera to the printer using the supplied USB cable. Turn on the camera. • When connected correctly, the PictBridge startup screen 1 will be displayed in the camera monitor.
  • Page 105: Printing Pictures One At A Time

    Printing Pictures One at a Time After connecting the camera to the printer correctly (A92), print pictures by following the procedure below. Use the rotary multi selector to choose the picture to be printed and press the k button. • Rotate the zoom control to f (h) to display 12 thumbnails, or to g (i) to switch back to full-frame playback.
  • Page 106: Printing Multiple Pictures

    Connecting to a Printer Choose Start print and press the k button. Printing starts. • Monitor display returns to that shown in step 1 when printing is complete. • To cancel before all copies have been printed, press the k button. Printing Multiple Pictures After connecting the camera to the printer correctly (A92), print pictures by following the procedure below.
  • Page 107 Choose the desired paper size and press the k button. • To specify paper size using printer settings, choose Default in the paper size menu. Choose Print selection, Print all images or DPOF printing and press the k button. Print selection Choose the pictures (up to a maximum of 99) and number of copies (up to nine per picture).
  • Page 108: Paper Size

    Connecting to a Printer Print all images All pictures stored in the internal memory, or on the memory card, are printed one at a time. • The menu shown at right will be displayed. To print, choose Start print and press the k button.
  • Page 109: Creating A Dpof Print Order: Print Set

    Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set The Print set option in the playback menu is used to create digital “print orders” for printing on DPOF-compatible printers or in print shops (A160). When the camera is connected to a PictBridge-compatible printer, pictures can be printed from the printer according to the DPOF print order you have created for pictures on the memory card.
  • Page 110: Date Imprint

    Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set Choose whether or not to also print shooting date and photo information. • Choose Date and press the k button to print the date of recording on all pictures in the print order. •...
  • Page 111: Shooting, Playback And Setup Menus

    Shooting, Playback and Setup Menus Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu The shooting menu of auto mode and the high sensitivity menu of high sensitivity mode contain the following options. Image mode Choose the image mode (a combination of the image size and image quality (compression)) to be used when recording.
  • Page 112: A Image Mode

    Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu A Image Mode Set to A / B M d (Shooting menu) M A Image mode Choose an image mode, which is the combination of image size and image quality (compression), according to how you plan to use the picture and the capacity of the internal memory or memory card.
  • Page 113: Number Of Exposures Remaining

    Number of Exposures Remaining The following table lists the approximate number of pictures that can be stored in internal memory and on a 512 MB memory card. Note that the number of images that can be stored will differ depending on the composition of the image (due to JPEG compression). In addition, this number may differ depending on the make of memory card, even if the capacity for the memory card is the same.
  • Page 114: B White Balance

    Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu B White Balance Set to A / B M d (Shooting menu) M B White balance The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source. The human brain is able to adapt to changes in the color of the light source, with the result that white objects appear white whether seen in the shade, direct sunlight, or under incandescent lighting.
  • Page 115: Preset Manual

    Preset Manual Preset manual is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cast when the desired effect has not been achieved with settings like Auto and Incandescent (for example, to make images shot under a lamp with a red shade look as though they had been shot under white light).
  • Page 116: G Metering

    Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu G Metering Set to A / B M d (Shooting menu) M G Metering The process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine the exposure is known as Metering. Choose how the camera meters exposure. Matrix (default setting) Camera sets exposure for entire frame.
  • Page 117: C Continuous

    C Continuous Set to A / B M d (Shooting menu) M C Continuous Change settings for Continuous and BSS (Best Shot Selector). Flash will be switched off when Continuous, BSS, or Multi-shot 16 is selected. Focus, exposure, and white balance are fixed at the values for the first image in each series.
  • Page 118: Interval Timer Shooting

    Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Note on Best Shot Selector BSS is best suited for shooting stationary subjects. However, BSS may not produce the desired results if the subject moves or the composition changes while the shutter-release button is pressed all the way down. Note on Multi-shot 16 If bright objects such as the sun or electric lights are captured when shooting with the Multi-shot 16 option, vertical streaks of light may appear in the recorded images.
  • Page 119 Press the shutter-release button all the way down a second time to end recording. • Recording will end automatically if the internal memory or memory card becomes full, or when the maximum amount of frames have been recorded. Notes on Interval Timer Shooting •...
  • Page 120: E Iso Sensitivity

    Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu E ISO Sensitivity Set to A (Auto) M d (Shooting menu) M E ISO sensitivity Sensitivity is a measure of how quickly the camera reacts to light. The higher the sensitivity, the less light needed to make an exposure. Although a high ISO rating is suited for taking pictures of subjects in action or in poor lighting, high sensitivity is often associated with “noise”...
  • Page 121: F Color Options

    F Color Options Set to A / B M d (Shooting menu) M F Color options Make colors more vivid or record pictures in monochrome. Standard color (default setting) Use for pictures exhibiting natural color. Vivid color Use to achieve a vivid, “photoprint” effect. Black-and-white Record pictures in black-and-white.
  • Page 122: G Af-Area Mode

    Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu G AF-Area Mode Set to A / B M d (Shooting menu) M G AF area mode Use this option to determine where the camera focuses. When digital zoom is in effect, the camera will focus on the subject in the center focus area regardless of the applied AF area mode option.
  • Page 123: Focus Lock

    Center Camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame. Center focus area is always used. Focus Lock Use focus lock to focus on off-center subjects when center is selected for AF area mode. The following steps explain the usage of focus lock when Center is selected for AF area mode. 1 Position the subject in the center of the frame.
  • Page 124: Shooting With Face Priority

    Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Shooting with Face Priority The camera automatically detects and focuses on a face looking toward the camera. The face priority function will be enabled for the scenarios below. • Face priority is selected for AF area mode (A110) •...
  • Page 125: I Autofocus Mode

    Notes on Face Priority • When Face priority is selected for AF area mode, the setting will automatically switch to Auto if no face is detected when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway. • If no face is recognized when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway in the Portrait or Night portrait scene modes or smile mode, the camera will focus on the subject in the center of the frame.
  • Page 126: Functions That Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously

    Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu Functions that Cannot be Applied Simultaneously Restrictions apply to the following settings in A (auto) mode and B (high sensitivity) mode. Flash mode • Selecting Continuous, BSS or Multi-shot 16 for Continuous changes the flash mode setting to W (off ).
  • Page 127: Playback Options: The Playback Menu

    Playback Options: The Playback Menu The playback menu contains the following options. Quick retouch Easily create retouched images in which contrast and saturation have been enhanced. D-Lighting Enhances brightness and contrast in dark portions of pictures. Print set Select pictures to print and the number of copies for each. Slide show View pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic slide show.
  • Page 128: Selecting Pictures

    Playback Options: The Playback Menu Selecting Pictures The picture selection screen, as shown at right, will be displayed with the following menus: • Playback menu: Select images in Print set (A97) Erase selected images in Delete (A118) Protect (A118) Rotate image (A119) Selected images in Copy (A120) •...
  • Page 129: Slide Show

    b Slide Show Press the c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M b Slide show Playback pictures, stored in the internal memory or on a memory card, one by one in an automated “slide show. ” Use the rotary multi selector to choose Start and press the k button.
  • Page 130: Delete

    Playback Options: The Playback Menu c Delete Press the c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M c Delete Delete selected or all pictures. Erase selected images Delete selected pictures (see “Selecting Pictures” (A116) for more information). Erase all images Delete all pictures.
  • Page 131: Rotate Image

    Playback Options: The Playback Menu f Rotate Image Press the c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M f Rotate image Change the orientation of pictures played back in the camera’s monitor after shooting. Pictures can be rotated 90° clockwise or counterclockwise. Pictures that were recorded in the portrait (vertical) orientation can be rotated up to 180°...
  • Page 132: Copy

    Playback Options: The Playback Menu h Copy Press the c button (Playback mode) M d (Playback menu) M h Copy Copy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card. Use the rotary multi selector to select an option from the copy screen and press the k button. •...
  • Page 133: Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu

    Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu The setup menu contains the following options. Menus Choose how menus are displayed. Welcome screen Select screen displayed when camera is turned on. Date Set camera clock and choose home and destination time zones. Monitor settings Adjust photo information display, post-shooting image review, and monitor brightness settings.
  • Page 134: Displaying The Setup Menu

    Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Displaying the Setup Menu Choose the z tab in the menu screen. Press the d button to display the menu screen. Press J on the rotary multi selector. • Tab will be selectable. Press H or I to select the z tab. Press K or the k button.
  • Page 135: Menus

    a Menus Press the d button M z (setup menu) (A122) M a Menus Select a format for menu display. Text (default setting) Menus are displayed in list format. Icons All menu options can be displayed in a single page. Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Set up Menus...
  • Page 136: Welcome Screen

    Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu c Welcome Screen Press the d button M z (setup menu) (A122) M c Welcome screen You can select the welcome screen to be displayed when the camera is turned on. None (default setting) Welcome screen is not displayed.
  • Page 137: Date

    d Date Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M d Date Set the camera clock and choose home and travel destination time zones. Date Set camera clock to current date and time. Use the following controls to set the date and time. •...
  • Page 138: Time Zone

    Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Press J or K to choose the travel destination time zone. • Pressing H in a time zone where daylight saving is in effect will display the W icon on the top of the screen. Daylight saving will be turned on and the time will advance by one hour.
  • Page 139 Time Zones (A19) The camera supports the time zones listed below. For time differences not listed below, set the camera clock using Date. UTC +/- Location Midway, Samoa Hawaii, Tahiti Alaska, Anchorage PST (PDT): Los Angeles, Seattle, Vancouver MST (MDT): Denver, Phoenix CST (CDT): Chicago, Houston, Mexico City EST (EDT): New York,...
  • Page 140: Monitor Settings

    Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu e Monitor Settings Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M e Monitor settings Change the settings for the options below. Photo info Choose information displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback mode (A129).
  • Page 141 Photo Info The following display options are available. See “The Monitor” (A6) for information on indicators in the monitor. During Shooting Show info Auto info The current settings or operation guide is displayed as in Show info (default setting) above. After a few seconds, display will be the same as Hide info. Hide info In A (auto) mode or B (high Framing grid +...
  • Page 142: Date Imprint

    Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu f Date Imprint Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M f Date imprint Date and time of recording can be imprinted on pictures. This information can be printed even from printers that do not support printing of date and time (A98). Off (default setting) Date and time are not imprinted on pictures.
  • Page 143: Vibration Reduction

    g Vibration Reduction Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M g Vibration reduction Specify the vibration reduction setting for taking still images. Vibration reduction effectively corrects blur, caused by slight hand movement known as camera shake, that commonly occurs when shooting with zoom applied or at slow shutter speeds.
  • Page 144: U Motion Detection

    Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu U Motion Detection Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M U Motion detection Enable motion detection to reduce the effects of camera shake and subject movement when shooting still pictures. Auto (default setting) When camera detects the movement of the subject or camera shake, the shutter speed will be increased for reducing the effects of them.
  • Page 145: Af Assist

    h AF Assist Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M h AF assist Enable or disable AF-assist illumination. Auto (default setting) AF-assist illumination will be used to assist the focus operation when the subject is poorly lit. The illuminator has a range of about 3.5 m (approx. 11 ft.) at the maximum wide-angle position and about 2.5 m (approx.
  • Page 146: Sound Settings

    Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu i Sound Settings Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M i Sound settings Adjust the following sound settings. Button sound Turn button sound On (default setting) or Off. A beep will sound once when operations are completed successfully, twice when the camera acquires focus on the subject, and three times when error is detected.
  • Page 147: L/M Format Memory/Format Card

    l/m Format Memory/Format Card Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M l Format memory/ m Format card Use this option to format the internal memory or a memory card. Formatting the Internal Memory To format the internal memory, remove the memory card from the camera.
  • Page 148: Language

    Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu n Language Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M n Language Choose one of 24 languages for display of camera menus and messages. Czech Danish German (default setting) Spanish Greek French Indonesian Italian Hungarian...
  • Page 149: Blink Warning

    d Blink Warning Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M d Blink warning Set whether or not to detect human subjects with eyes closed when shooting pictures using face priority (A112) in any mode other than smile mode (A50). On (default setting) When the camera detects that one or more human subjects have closed their eyes shortly after recognizing the faces and shooting them, the Did someone blink?
  • Page 150 Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Operating the Did someone blink? Screen When the camera detects a blinking human subject, the Did someone blink? screen will appear on the monitor. The following operations can be performed in the Did someone blink? screen. If no operations are performed for a few seconds, the screen automatically returns to the shooting mode screen.
  • Page 151: Reset All

    p Reset All Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M p Reset all When Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values. Pop-up Menu Option Flash mode (A30) Self-timer (A32) Macro mode (A33) Exposure compensation (A34) Shooting in the Scene Mode Option...
  • Page 152: Shooting Menu

    Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Shooting Menu Option Image mode (A100) White balance (A102) Metering (A104) Continuous (A105) ISO sensitivity (A108) Fixed range auto (A108) Color options (A109) AF area mode (A110) Autofocus mode (A113) Setup Menu Option Menus (A123) Welcome screen (A124) Photo info (A128) Image review (A128)
  • Page 153: Firmware Version

    Date (A125), Language (A136), and Video mode (A136) r Firmware Version Press the d button M z (Setup menu) (A122) M r Firmware version View the current camera firmware version. Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu Default value Default COOLPIX S630 Ver.X.X Back...
  • Page 154: Technical Notes

    SDHC. Operation is not guaranteed with other makes of card. Contact the manufacturer for details on the above cards. Refer to the Nikon website for the latest information on approved cards. Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 Battery Charger MH-65...
  • Page 155: File And Folder Names

    Panorama assist (e.g. “101P_001”; A46), “INTVL” for interval timer photography (e.g. “101INTVL”; A106), “SOUND” for voice recordings (e.g. “101SOUND”; A81), and “NIKON” for all other pictures (e.g. “100NIKON”). When the number of files within a folder reaches 9999, a new folder will be created. File numbers will be assigned automatically starting with “0001.
  • Page 156: Caring For The Camera

    Caring for the Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the following precautions when using or storing the device. Keep dry The device will be damaged if immersed in water or subjected to high humidity. Do not drop The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration.
  • Page 157: The Battery

    The Battery • Check the battery level when taking the camera out, and charge the battery if necessary. Do not continue charging once the battery is fully charged, as this will result in reduced battery performance. If possible, carry a fully-charged spare battery when taking pictures on important occasions.
  • Page 158: Cleaning

    Caring for the Camera Cleaning Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end). To remove fingerprints or other Lens stains that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe the lens with a soft cloth, using a spiral motion that starts at the center of the lens and working toward the...
  • Page 159: Storage

    • Images in the monitor may be difficult to see under bright lighting. • The monitor is lit by an LED backlight. Should the monitor begin to dim or flicker, contact your Nikon-authorized service representative. Notes on Smear When framing bright subjects, vertical comet-like streaks that whiten toward either end may appear in the display.
  • Page 160: Error Messages

    Error Messages The following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed in the monitor, as well as the solutions for dealing with them. Display (blinks) Battery exhausted. Battery temperature high (blinks red) Please wait for the camera to finish recording.
  • Page 161 Display Error occurred while recording picture. Camera has run out of file numbers. Image cannot be saved. Picture cannot be used for welcome screen. There is insufficient space to save a copy. Camera has run out of file numbers. Sound file cannot be The image file cannot saved.
  • Page 162 Turn camera off and reconnect cable. printing. Turn camera off, remove and reinsert Error has occurred in battery, and turn camera on. If error camera’s internal persists, contact retailer or Nikon- circuitry. authorized service representative. Solution 28, 64 – –...
  • Page 163 Display Printer error: check Printer error. printer status. Specified size of paper Printer error: check paper is not loaded in printer. Paper has jammed in Printer error: paper jam the printer. No paper is loaded in Printer error: out of paper the printer.
  • Page 164: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Refer to the page numbers in the right-most column for more information. Display, Settings and Power Supply Problem Monitor is blank.
  • Page 165 Turn the camera off, remove and replace the battery, then turn the camera on again. In the event of continued malfunction, contact your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Note that disconnecting the power source as described above may result in the loss of any data not recorded to internal memory or the memory card at the time the problem occurred.
  • Page 166 Troubleshooting Problem Digital zoom cannot be used. Image mode not available. No sound when shutter is released. AF-assist illuminator does not light. Pictures appear smeared. Colors are unnatural. Randomly spaced bright pixels (“noise”) appear in image. Pictures are too dark (underexposed).
  • Page 167 Problem When V (auto with red-eye reduction) or “fill flash with slow sync and red-eye reduction” of the Night portrait Unexpected results scene mode is applied during shooting, In-Camera Red-Eye occurred when flash is Fix may, in very rare cases, be applied to areas not affected by set to auto with red-eye red-eye.
  • Page 168 • Camera is not recognized by the computer. • Confirm that the operating system used is compatible with the camera. • Computer is not set to launch Nikon Transfer automatically. For more information on Nikon Transfer, refer to help information contained in Nikon Transfer.
  • Page 169: Specifications

    Specifications Nikon COOLPIX S630 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Effective pixels 12.0 million Image sensor Lens 7× optical zoom, NIKKOR lens 6.6-46.2mm (equivalent with 35mm [135] format picture angle: Focal length 37-260mm) f/-number f/3.5-5.3 Construction 9 elements in 6 groups Up to 4×...
  • Page 170 Specifications ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity) Exposure Metering Exposure control Range (ISO 100) Shutter Speed Aperture Range Self-timer Built-in flash Range (approx.) (ISO sensitivity: Auto) Flash control Interface Data transfer protocol Video output I/O terminal Supported languages Power sources Battery life* Dimensions (W ×...
  • Page 171: Battery Charger Mh

    Weight Approx. 70 g (2.5 oz) (excluding power cable) Specifications • Nikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain. • The appearance of this product and its specifications are subject to change without notice. Specifications...
  • Page 172: Supported Standards

    Specifications Supported Standards • DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to ensure compatibility among different makes of camera. • DPOF: Digital Print Order Format is an industry-wide standard that allows pictures to be printed from print orders stored on the memory card.
  • Page 173: Index

    Index Symbols R 47 k Apply selection button 10 A Auto mode 22 F Auto sort mode 67 l Delete button 28, 29, 63, 80, 84 o Exposure compensation 34 h Favorite pictures 70 m Flash mode 30 j Help 13 B High sensitivity mode 50 C List by date mode 64 p Macro mode 33...
  • Page 174 Movie settings 78 Multi-shot 16 105 Museum l 40 Night landscape j 38 Night portrait e 37 Nikon Transfer 87, 88 Number of exposures remaining 22, 101 Optical zoom 25 Optional accessories 142 Panorama assist p 41, 46 Panorama Maker 87, 90...
  • Page 175 PictBridge 91, 160 Playback 28, 54, 55, 56, 63, 80, 83 Playback menu 115 Playback mode 28 Playback zoom 56 Playback-mode selection menu 9 Portrait b 36 Power 17, 18, 22 Power switch 17, 18, 22 Preset manual 103 Press halfway 13 Print 93, 94, 97 Print set 97 Print Set Date Option 98...
  • Page 176 No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION. FX9A01(11) 6MM67411-01 © 2009 Nikon Corporation...

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